The primary responsibility of the Hospitalist is to maintain and supervise the implementation of treatment plans prescribed by the primary clinician (specialist) in order to maintain continuous 24-hour care of the ICU/CCU hospitalized patients. Direct patient care, supervision, and interaction is required as well as ongoing communication and interaction with the emergency/critical care ICU staff, other Hospitalists, ICU/CCU doctors, and supportive staff specialists.

This position will serve under the direction of the primary clinicians with the purpose of providing continuity of 24-hour veterinary supervision of all hospitalized patients. General clinicians with extensive experience in high-volume practice and those with a background in emergency medicine are encouraged to apply. (This position is not currently expected to receive emergency patients after normal office hours and no walk-in or surgical responsibilities are anticipated.)

As a member of the VCA family, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth. Among the reasons to consider joining VCA are:

Network of 3,800+ doctors, including more than 600 Specialists.

Largest provider of Private Practice Internships and Residencies in the U.S.

WOOF University, offering abundant CE for Doctors and Staff.

Robust Clinical Studies program.

Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities.